
No-Salt Salt
"I find filling a salt shaker with this mixture of spices reduces the automatic reach for salt," notes Joy Back...

Fresh Fruit with Balsamic Vinaigrette
"This colorful fruit platter always looks beautiful on our Christmas dinner table," writes Mari Day of Suamico, Wisconsin. "The light...

Orange Date Muffins
"Anyone who likes dates and the flavor of orange will think these moist muffins are a treat," confirms Rosella Peters...

Cabbage and Sausage
Cabbage and sausage has so many variations the world over, but it's a hearty dish wherever you're serving it. This...

Raspberry Jam Bars
My Grandmother Addie made these bars for family picnics and enjoyed watching her grandchildren try to resist them. But all...
Cranberry Chicken Salad Sandwiches
Cubed cooked chicken speeds assembly of these cute and filling chicken salad sandwiches. Dressed up with cranberries and served in...

Gouda-Stuffed Chicken
My brother gave me the recipe for this hearty dish we often serve at family gatherings. Men, especially, seem to...

Barbecued Chicken Egg Rolls
“If you like barbecued chicken, you’ll really enjoy these hearty chicken roll-ups,” assures Erin Stroud of Sterling, Illinois. “I serve...

Lemony Fish and Cucumbers
Brenda Biron of Sydney, Nova Scotia suggests the easy cleanup and tried-and-true convenience of a tinfoil packet to prepare her...

Peach Chimmies
“I developed these treats for our town’s peach festival,” writes Karolyn Czyz from Lewiston, New York. “They’re timely, easy and...

Hermit Cookies
Based on a traditional recipe that's been enjoyed for more than 100 years, these old-fashioned soft and chewy hermit cookies...
Cacciatore Chicken Breasts
JoAnn McCauley of Dubuque, Iowa shares her version of traditional Chicken Cacciatore with this easy recipe. The tasty sauce and...

Homemade Whipped Cream
Unlock the secret to perfect homemade whipped cream with our step-by-step guide. Your desserts will all need a dollop!


Vanilla Frosting
Light, sweet and perfectly airy, this easy homemade vanilla frosting recipe makes a delicious topping for cakes, cupcakes, desserts and...

Marinated Beef Stir-Fry
"I love this quick-and-easy stir-fry because everything but the cooking can be done in advance," writes Marian Johnson of Brawley,...

Yellow Squash and Peppers
Anna Stodolak sends her quick veggie side dish that's sure to perk up any dinner. Anna uses fresh yellow squash...

Turkey Leg Pot Roast
Well-seasoned turkey legs and tender veggies make an ideal dinner for a crisp fall day. And the recipe couldn't be...

Mexican Salsa Pizza
“This recipe gets rave reviews” exclaims Carla McMahon of Hermiston, Oregon. It’s great as is, but you can kick up...

Basic White Layer Cake
Every recipe file should contain a standard delicious cake like this. Topped with your favorite flavor of frosting, it's great...
Yellow Layer Cake
Instead of turning to a boxed cake mix, why not try your hand at this easy recipe for a basic...

Swedish Spritz
A touch of almond extract gives these spritz wonderful flavor. For Christmas, you could tint half of the dough with...


Snickerdoodles
This snickerdoodle recipe bakes up a batch of soft, tender cinnamon-sugar cookies. Don't forget the cream of tartar!

Taco Salad with Baked Shells
Instead of using deep-fried salad shells, this recipe calls for baking flour tortillas in the microwave. Doing so keeps all...


Shrimp Alfredo
Shrimp Alfredo has a fine-dining reputation that belies how easy it is to make this classy pasta dish at home.

Bananas Foster Sauce
This sweet treat is very appealing and versatile! It's an impressive ending to everyday meals as a dessert, or with...

Macaroon-Topped Rhubarb Cobbler
Crumbled macaroons are a surprising addition to this cobbler’s topping. We love that you can make the sweet treat in...

Salmon with Dijon Mayonnaise
You won't need to fish for compliments when this eye-catching main course appears on the table. The dill and mustard...

Colorful Couscous
We love it when side dishes pop with color, like the bright pepper accents you'll see in this light and...
Quick Beef Vegetable Soup
At the end of a long day, you want to put something quick, warm and substantial on the table for...